Coton de Tulear
VS
Brazilian Terrier
Coton de Tulear vs Brazilian Terrier
Compare Coton de Tulear and Brazilian Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Coton de Tulear
Brazilian Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 28 cm
33 – 40 cm
Weight
4 – 6 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
14 – 16 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Coton de Tulear
Great with kids
Super smart
Tiny
Brazilian Terrier
Small
Summary
About Coton de Tulear
Small, sturdy companion from Madagascar, the Coton de Tulear has a long, white, cotton‑soft coat needing regular grooming. Cheerful, sensitive and very people focused, it bonds closely, suits apartments, needs moderate exercise and kind training, and is generally long lived but prone to some joint, eye and skin issues.
About Brazilian Terrier
The Brazilian Terrier is a medium‑small, athletic, tricolor farm terrier from Brazil, bred for ratting and watchdog work. Energetic, intelligent, and often bonded to one person, it needs daily exercise, consistent positive training, and mental stimulation. Grooming is simple; sourcing puppies abroad can be difficult.
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